Platinum Group Metal Bearing Ore from Japan
Unprocessed ore from the Bushveld complex containing platinum, palladium, rhodium, and other PGE minerals in sulfide matrix. Falls under HTS 2616.90.00 as 'other' precious metal ores not classified under specific platinum subheadings. Typically requires flotation and smelting for metal recovery.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide detailed mineralogical assays specifying PGE content ratios for accurate HTS classification and duty assessment
• Comply with CITES permits if ore contains rhodium species listed under wildlife conventions
• Use ventilated containers to prevent sulfide oxidation during ocean transit, avoiding spontaneous combustion risks